What is University College?

Athletics are often referred to as the front porch of a university. Using a similar metaphor, UC is the kitchen of the university.  A place where we try recipes for new programs, bake them and test them out. A place students come to be nourished, so they can flourish in life. UC is one of nine colleges on campus and one of the only colleges that interacts with almost every new student as they start their journey at UT San Antonio. We are home to Academic Introduction and Strategies (AIS), Multidisciplinary Studies, The Writing Program, Dual Credit, and Army and Air Force ROTC. 

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Our Programs

UC has many unique and multidisciplinary programs. Some of our most popular programs include Hospitality & Events Management, Game Design, and Cyber Intelligence. Click the link below to learn more about these and explore more of our programs!

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Pictured left to right: Jianwei Niu, Rebecca Schroeder, Katheryne Harrell, Agustin Llano, Brian Rendell and Col. Kevin Parsons

April 30, 2026

University College colleagues honored at University Excellence Awards

Published by University College News

Katheryne Harrell and Agustin Llano recognized at university-wide ceremony

Left to right: UT San Antonio students Rolando Carreon, JB Bolarin, Alyssa Freeney, Stefanos Santora, Celia Lopez and Sonya Smith attended the Student Conference on National Affairs

March 12, 2026

UT San Antonio students hone skills to address international challenges

Published by UT San Antonio Today

For the first time, University College sent a group of student to the Student Conference on National Affairs (SCONA) — a nationally recognized policy conference that has convened student leaders for more than 70 years.

Dr. Michael Newell as Assistant Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies

September 1, 2025

University College welcomes Dr. Michael Newell as Assistant Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies

Published by University College News

University College Dean Jianwei Niu has appointed Dr. Michael Newell as the new Assistant Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies for University College at The University of Texas at San Antonio, effective Sep 1.